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Broadcaster Envelope Program – Diverse Languages
Funding for diverse-language audiovisual projects
Latest source updateLast Update: July 9, 2026Latest change: The application guide and related supporting documents were revised, with stronger and more explicit instructions around distributor envelope funding, market commitment, and application materials.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 9, 2026
Latest change: The application guide and related supporting documents were revised, with stronger and more explicit instructions around distributor envelope funding, market commitment, and application materials.
Application guide and supporting documents updated
The Application Guide - Linear Production now shows revised instructions in Appendix 2, including adding Distributor Envelope funding to the combine-with list and updating the first-come, first-served request instructions. The guide also makes funding-condition language more explicit around distributor advances, DAF re-approval, the Eligible Market Commitment Threshold, and the minimum envelope allocation, and several definition sections were rewritten for Eligible Market Commitment Threshold, Eligible Distribution Advance, and Eligible International Entity.
Funding available
Up to 49% of project cost
Deadline
December 8, 2026
Opened April 14, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports linear audiovisual projects in languages other than English, French, or Indigenous Canadian languages. The maximum CMF contribution is 49% of eligible costs, and eligible activities include production, eligible marketing expenses, and related digital content.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Up to 49% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Production of linear audiovisual projects in diverse languages
- Projects in drama, documentary, children and youth, variety, or performing arts
- Projects with related digital content
Documents Needed
- Application form with PERSONA-ID numbers
- Budget and cash flow
- Broadcaster Agreement Form (BAF)
- Broadcast licence agreement and financing documents
- Synopsis and narrative positioning attestation
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian for-profit production companies
- Canadian broadcasters
Who is not eligible
- Service providers without rights ownership
- Organizations not under Canadian control
Eligible expenses
- Production and post-production costs included in the project budget
- Eligible marketing expenses, including publicity, market attendance, and awards submissions
- Versioning costs for foreign market sales
- Related digital content costs, where applicable
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs already financed by another funder
- Wrap parties and gifts to crew, cast, or the public
- Prizes awarded to individuals
Selection criteria
- Eligible Projects are ranked according to the percentage of confirmed Eligible Licence Fees from Canadian Broadcasters and/or Eligible Distribution Advances from Eligible Canadian Distributors as a percentage of the Project’s overall financing
- Projects with the largest percentage of project financing are ranked highest
- The CMF distributes a pro-rated amount of 65% of requested funds to the highest-ranking projects until Program funds are depleted
- If multiple Projects are tied with the same Eligible Licence Fees and/or Eligible Distribution Advances percentage just before the funding cut-off point, the CMF re-ranks them using the total contribution of Canadian Broadcasters and/or Eligible Canadian Distributors
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare application documents
- Complete the required budget, cash flow, and support forms.
- Prepare the broadcaster agreement and required financing documents.
- Step 2: Create broadcaster agreement
- Set up the broadcaster agreement form in Dialogue.
- Have the broadcaster approve the form.
- Step 3: Submit the funding application
- Link the approved agreement form to the application.
- Submit the application through the CMF process before the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed under CMF guidelines and business policies
- The CMF may request additional documents or information
- Funding is selected through broadcaster envelope allocations
- Approved applicants must sign a legal agreement
- Funding is paid directly to the applicant according to the payment schedule
Additional information
- Applications are linked to broadcaster envelope allocations.
- Funding is paid directly to the applicant.
- Accessibility support is available for applicants with disabilities.
- Applicants must follow CMF business policies and reporting requirements.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Broadcaster Envelope Program – Diverse Languages Program
What is the Broadcaster Envelope Program – Diverse Languages?
This program supports linear audiovisual projects in languages other than English, French, or Indigenous Canadian languages. The maximum CMF contribution is 49% of eligible costs, and eligible activities include production, eligible marketing expenses, and related digital content.
How much funding can be received?
Broadcaster Envelope Program – Diverse Languages Funds up to 49% of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is December 8, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Broadcaster Envelope Program – Diverse Languages program?
To be eligible for the Broadcaster Envelope Program – Diverse Languages program, you must:
Canadian-controlled for-profit company or broadcaster
Project with Canadian broadcaster commitment
Owns and controls project rights
What expenses are eligible under Broadcaster Envelope Program – Diverse Languages?
Production of linear audiovisual projects in diverse languages
Projects in drama, documentary, children and youth, variety, or performing arts
Projects with related digital content
Who can I contact for more information about the Broadcaster Envelope Program – Diverse Languages?
You can contact Canada Media Fund (CMF) by email at cmf.fmc.coordination@telefilm.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Broadcaster Envelope Program – Diverse Languages available?
The Broadcaster Envelope Program – Diverse Languages program is available across Canada.